The Opposite(Antonym) of “unreservedly”
The antonyms of unreservedly are doubtfully, hesitantly, and partially. These words convey a lack of confidence or certainty in expressing oneself or making a decision.
Explore all Antonyms of “unreservedly”
Definitions and Examples of doubtfully, hesitantly, partially
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
With hesitation or uncertainty; feeling doubtful or unsure.
Example
She looked at him doubtfully, wondering if he was telling the truth.
With reluctance or indecision; pausing before acting or speaking.
Example
He hesitantly raised his hand, unsure if he had the right answer.
To a limited extent; not fully or completely.
Example
She partially agreed with his proposal, but had some reservations about it.
Key Differences: doubtfully vs hesitantly vs partially
- 1Doubtfully implies a lack of trust or confidence in someone or something.
- 2Hesitantly suggests a reluctance or indecision to act or speak.
- 3Partially indicates an incomplete or limited agreement or support.
Effective Usage of doubtfully, hesitantly, partially
- 1Express Doubt: Use doubtfully to express skepticism or uncertainty about something.
- 2Show Indecision: Use hesitantly to show reluctance or indecision in making a decision or taking action.
- 3Qualify Agreement: Use partially to indicate incomplete or limited agreement or support.
Remember this!
The antonyms of unreservedly convey a lack of confidence or certainty. Doubtfully implies a lack of trust, hesitantly suggests reluctance or indecision, and partially indicates incomplete or limited agreement or support. Use these words to express doubt, show indecision, or qualify agreement.
